Short Christmas Poems

Christmas means different things to different people, and there are many themes to explore through verse that can add a little sparkle to your holiday season. Perhaps you'll be inspired to share some of these poems on gift tags or in greeting cards and boost everyone's spirit.

Jesus Is the Reason for the Season

By Kelly Roper

Jesus is the reason for the season, So think of him in all that you do. The good you do others this season, Should be carried out all year too.

My Christmas Gift to You

By Kelly Roper

My gift to you this Christmas Comes tied with a pretty bow. It's not important what's inside the box, I just love you and wanted you to know.

Santa Haiku

By Kelly Roper

Hoof sounds on the roof, As reindeer lightly touch down. Santa has arrived.

You're In My Heart This Christmas

By Kelly Roper

Even though this Christmas We must spend apart, You're still right here with me, Because I keep you in my heart. So picture me there beside you Sitting by the twinkling tree, And rest assured next Christmas You'll truly be spending it with me.

Santa Claus Is Coming Tonight

By Kelly Roper

Santa Claus is coming tonight, So hurry yourself to bed. The Jolly Old Elf won't leave a gift, If he sees one hair of your head!

Christmas Spirit

Church Bells

Church bells chime on Christmas morn In celebration that Jesus was born. We gather together on this joyous day, With all the faithful to give thanks and pray.

Ode to My Christmas Nutcracker

By Kelly Roper

Each year when Christmas rolls around I get my nutcracker out. And each time that he cracks a nut, it makes me want to shout, "Oh thank you Mr. Nutcracker for Shelling my nuts for me. Now all I need is a glass of eggnog, and I'll eat them by my Christmas tree!"

Setting Up the Nativity

By Kelly Roper

Setting up the nativity is a holiday tradition, And each and every figure has it own special position. The angel sits up on the roof, and the wise men go beneath. Joseph and Mary go in the middle, surrounded by cows and sheep. Baby Jesus in his manger always sits right in the center, So everyone can admire him in all his glory and splendor.

Baby's First Christmas Ornament

By Kelly Roper

It's baby's very first Christmas, And what a joy it will be To hang his/her own little ornament On the family Christmas tree. It's marked with the year she/he was born, And it bears his/her own sweet name. This ornament signifies from here on out Our Christmases will never be the same.

Santa's Workshop

By Kelly Roper

Santa's workshop is in full swing And the elves are making tons of toys. They're gifts for children on Santa's "nice list," Filled with names of the good girls and boys. Trains and cars and dolls and games, So many toys there will be. Santa himself will deliver each one, And leave it under the Christmas tree.

Classic Short Christmas Poems

Some of the greatest poets and writers have written poems about Christmas. It's amazing how a skilled writer can describe various holiday-related themes in just a few stanzas. For example:

The Holy Night: Written by Elizabeth Barret Browning, this poem beautifully describes the nativity scene.

Mistletoe: Author Walter de La Mare describes dozing off under the mistletoe and being kissed by unseen lips.

Now the Work of Christmas Begins: Theologian and civil rights leader Howard Thurman describes the real work of Christmas which begins after the trappings of the season are gone.

A Christmas Carol Poem: Relating to the religious aspect of Christmas, this poem by G.K. Chesterton focuses on describing little Jesus and his mother Mary.

Little Tree: Written by E.E. Cummings, you'll be hard pressed to find a more touching description of trimming a Christmas tree.

Nativity, a Christmas Poem: Written by John Donne, this little poem describes Jesus from the time in his mother's womb to his birth and his parent's flight into Egypt.

Contemporary Christmas Poems

Contemporary poets also have something to say about Christmas. Even though some of these poems are quite brief, they're just the right length to add to a card or use as a holiday toast.

Coolest Holiday Parties offers a good collection of Christmas poems that only contain a few verses. Among their offerings, "A Christmas Wish" is about collecting a lot of toys and finding needy children to give them to, while "A Song Was Heard at Christmas" describes the singing of angels at Christ's birth.

Wish a Friend also offers a very nice collection of poems that are short but filled with sentiments of the season. Of special note are "Cheer Here and Everywhere" which speaks about the magic of Christmas, and "A Good Wish for You" which focuses on enjoying the true blessings of the holiday.

Express a Little Holiday Cheer

A brief poem or two can help you express what you feel this holiday season. Whether you need a poem for a child, something for a special loved one or a quick poem you can share with everyone, one of these poems is sure to fit your needs and brighten your Christmas celebration.

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